Minsk vs Vilnius

Minsk and Vilnius are closely matched in January. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Minsk is on the cooler side at -1°C, requiring warmer clothing. Vilnius is cooler at -2°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Minsk is the stronger choice in January. Vilnius receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Minsk reaches an average high of -1°C (30°F) and drops to -13°C (9°F) at night during January. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Vilnius averages -2°C (28°F) for the high and -6°C (21°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in January.

Minsk receives approximately 33 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during January. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Vilnius sees 46 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Minsk the drier option by 8 rain days and 13 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.